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University Agrees to $14M Settlement in Wrestler’s Death

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky university has agreed to a settlement of more than $14 million over the death of a student wrestler during practice, the institution said in a statement. The settlement reached Wednesday over the death of …

Claim For Fatal Heat Stroke Barred by Missouri Ruling on Co-Employee Lawsuits

Tyler Scott Halsey worked himself to death trimming trees in 96-degree heat, his parents say. They alleged in a lawsuit against his employer, Townsend Tree Service, that his supervisor did not offer enough water or rest breaks and disabled the …

Heat Safety a Concern With Bounce Houses

Heat safety issues in bounce houses can put children in danger, according to a new University of Georgia study. Expanding on the concept of microclimates like those in parked vehicles that cause serious injuries to children, the study investigated potential …

Ohio Company Gets Safety Citations After Worker Dies

The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration is citing a southwest Ohio roofing company for two violations after a worker died from complications caused by heat stroke. OSHA said Monday that A. H. Sturgill Roofing of Dayton failed to provide …